Former Georgia QB Aaron Murray Questions Arch Manning NFL Hype

Arch Manning, the highly touted Texas Longhorns quarterback, is facing skepticism from former Georgia quarterback Aaron Murray regarding his hype and potential as a top NFL draft pick. Manning, who took over as the full-time starter in the 2025 season, showed promise last year with 939 passing yards, nine touchdowns, and a strong completion rate, but Murray questions why Manning did not surpass Quinn Ewers, who was drafted in the seventh round, on the depth chart despite Ewers' disappointing performance. Murray argues that if Manning were truly a top prospect, he would have already secured the starting role over Ewers, suggesting that Manning's current play does not yet justify first-round expectations. However, others note that Manning's limited playing time and youth mean he still needs to prove himself consistently against SEC competition, and coaches often favor experience in starting quarterbacks. Despite the doubts, Manning has garnered considerable attention and NIL value, and his performance this season will be closely watched as he aims to fulfill the high expectations tied to his legacy. The debate highlights the tension between potential and proven experience in evaluating emerging college football talent.